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On YouTubeOrlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 10
Jeff Weltman Says Orlando Magic Were Close To Trade Deadline Deal
The Orlando Magic stood pat at the trade deadline for the second straight season, but that doesn't mean the front office didn't try to negotiate. According to President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman, the Magic were close to completing a deal.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 10
NBA Great Believes Ex-Orlando Magic Guard Could Be Today's Steph Curry
Before the 3-point shot became a staple of the NBA landscape, former Orlando Magic player Mike Miller centered his game around the arc. His perimeter prowess makes former Magic All-Star point guard Penny Hardaway believe Miller could be the 3-point leader in today's game.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 10
Suns Star Linked to the Magic as a Trade Piece
The Orlando Magic showed a ton of promise during the 2025 NBA playoffs. Even though they didn't have their usual contributors (Mo Wagner and Jalen Suggs were both injured), they still gave the Boston Celtics a challenge.
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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 10
Magic Trade Proposal Sends NBA Champion To Western Conference For $100 Million Guard
Backcourt scoring is a huge need for the Orlando Magic. The forward duo of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner is often forced to carry the Magic's scoring load because their guard room is filled with tenacious, defensive-minded players.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 9
$207 Million Two-Way Shooting Guard Linked To Orlando Magic Could Be Perfect Fit
The Orlando Magic take pride in defensive identity and culture. If they hope to contend for an NBA championship, improving on offense is a priority. The Magic have been linked to several trade rumors aimed at boosting offensive production, but the team remains hesitant.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 9
Orlando Magic Hope To Maintain Identity With Free Agency Looming
As the Orlando Magic front office prepares for free agency, it wants to achieve a crucial element: Balance. During the regular season, the Magic were at the top of the leaderboard in defensive ranking, holding opponents to an average of 105.5 points.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 9
Shaquille O'Neal Reveals Emotional Truth for Refusing to Call His Father 'Dad'
Shaquille O'Neal has gone down as one of the greatest players in NBA history. The Orlando Magic selected O'Neal with the first pick of the 1992 NBA Draft, and it didn't take him long to become a dominant force in the league.
Cole Anthony News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 9
NBA Insider Feels Orlando Magic Could Use Cole Anthony As Trade Bait
The Orlando Magic have a tough decision to make this offseason in regards to the future of veteran point guard Cole Anthony. Anthony, 24, averaged a career low 9.4 points this season.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 9
NBA Great Calls Years With Orlando Magic 'Most Fun Time I Ever Had'
Former Orlando Magic guard Penny Hardaway has fond memories of his time with the organization. The 53-year-old head coach of Memphis basketball recently praised his old squad while appearing on The OG's Show, which Udonis Haslem and Mike Miller host.
Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 9
Orlando Magic Forward Paolo Banchero Named A Finalist For Top Honor
When Paolo Banchero was drafted first overall by the Orlando Magic in 2022, he became the face of the franchise, a role that demands excellence both on and off the court.
Cory Joseph News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 9
Veteran Point Guard Cory Joseph Eyes Reunion With Orlando Magic
When veteran guard Cory Joseph signed a minimum contract with a team option last offseason, he likely didn't expect to start in the first round of the playoffs.
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / May 9
Former 4x NBA All-Star Reflects on His Time With the Magic
During the early years of the Orlando Magic, the franchise struck gold when it formed a dynamic duo. They had back-to-back lottery picks in the early 1990s and drafted center Shaquille O'Neal and guard Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway.
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / May 8
Magic Mentioned as a Potential Trade Destination for 1x Champ
The Orlando Magic may have been eliminated early in the 2025 NBA playoffs, but they've shown promise. Against the Boston Celtics, the Magic gave it their all and captured a win in a best-of-seven series.
Dwight Howard News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 8
Dwight Howard's Departure From Orlando Magic Tops Unflattering List
Former Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard's run with the organization included a trip to the NBA Finals and solidifying himself as one of the greatest players in franchise history.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 8
Orlando Magic Linked To $208 Million NBA Champion Guard
With the offseason underway for the Orlando Magic, it's only natural that rumors and hypotheticals for potential free agent acquisitions begin circulating.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 8
Why Orlando Magic Should Have More Urgency This Offseason
The Orlando Magic are in danger of being stuck as a franchise after two consecutive first-round eliminations in the playoffs. This is the first time in the Jamahl Mosley era where the team didn't improve its position, so the Magic may be on the docket for some changes.
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / May 8
NBA Trade Idea Gives Magic a Promising Backup Center
The Orlando Magic found it difficult with their frontcourt depth in the 2025 NBA playoffs. The team's starting center, Wendell Carter Jr., did plenty on both ends.
Jonathan Isaac News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 8
Orlando Magic Forward Jonathan Isaac Out To Correct Last Season's Big Mistake
Jonathan Isaac is considered one of the NBA's best defenders when he stays healthy, but that has been a rarity for the Orlando Magic forward. After appearing in over 70 games for just the second time in his six-year career, Isaac faced a new challenge this season.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 8
Orlando Magic Willing to Sacrifice Elite Defense for Improved Scoring
The Orlando Magic entered the offseason determined not to be the lowest-scoring team in the NBA in 2025-26. Whatever their offseason improvements wind up being, it’s clear the team felt their lack of firepower is what’s holding them back from taking the next step.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Athlon Sports / May 8
Magic Veteran Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Speaks on His Underwhelming First Season
The Orlando Magic found one of the best veterans in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope during the 2024 offseason. They signed KCP to a three-year, $66 million deal in hopes of helping build a competitive squad around their young core.
Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / May 7
'Being With a Rockstar': Penny Hardaway Describes What Being Around Shaquille O’Neal Felt Like During Their Magic Days
Penny Hardaway joined Shaquille O’Neal on the Orlando Magic just one year after The Diesel made his own NBA debut, creating one of basketball’s most entertaining duos during the mid-1990s.
Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / May 6
Magic Johnson Recalled Being Frustrated With Larry Bird’s ‘No Holds Barred’ Taunting for Not Playing Through His Injury
There is arguably no better NBA rivalry than the one between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Off the court, the two were the best of friends. Once they stepped on that basketball court, however, that affection disappeared.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 30
Magic's defense has elevated Celtics
It would appear that for all of the Magic's physicality, aggressiveness and defensive upside, they tapped into a level of competitiveness the Celtics haven't shown since this time last year.
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